Running a bed-and-breakfast may seem peaceful - but it's an around-the-clock job
Bed Breakfast
Nancy Aiken (right) and employee Leanna Sem clean a inspect a room prior to new guests arriving. Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City - not an easy task.
Bed Breakfast
Aiken water the flowers in front of the inn. Her daugher Holly 18 mo. follows along. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken (right) and employee Leanna Sem clean a inspect a room prior to new guests arriving. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken cleans the guest coffee counter as her 18 mo. old daughter Holly, sorts through tea. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken makes her rounds at the inn. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken scoops up her 18 mo daughter Holly, as she makes the rounds at the inn. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken cleans the table in the living room of the inn as her 18 mo. old daughter Holly watches. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken cleans the kitchen and prepares lunch for her 18 mo. old daughter Holly. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken takes a rest on the front steps after a few cleaning chores. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken and her 18 mo. old daugher Holly, inspect a room after a check-out. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken (right) talks with guests Bob and Bobbie Mearns of Schwenksville, Pa. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken said keeping up with the laundry from the inn and her family can be challanging. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken checks on a guest's reservation on her laptop computer. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken's 18 mo. old daughter Holly, hides under a chair in the living room of the inn as Aiken makes her rounds. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken (right) talks with guests Bob and Bobbie Mearns of Schwenksville, Pa. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken fills a cookie/candy dish at the entrance to the inn. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken keeps the kitchen supplied with items to prepare breakfast for guests. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken (center) talks with guests Bob and Bobbie Mearns of Schwenksville, Pa. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken checks light bulbs in the hallways of the inn. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken said keeping up with the laundry from the inn and her family can be challanging. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
Bed Breakfast
Aiken pulls towels and linens from the closet for guest rooms. Nancy Aiken is the owner of the Ocean City Mansion Bed and Breakfast at 416 Wesley Ave. in Ocean City. Aiken talks about the challenges of running a B&B. Thursday May 26, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
OC Inn
Karen Morello, owner of the Serendipity Bed and Breakfast on 9th Street. Morello decided to buy a B&B six years ago after being laid off. She spoke of some of the unexpected challenges in running a B&B, as well as the pleasures. Thursday May 19, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
OC Inn
Karen Morello, owner of the Serendipity Bed and Breakfast on 9th Street. Morello decided to buy a B&B six years ago after being laid off. She spoke of some of the unexpected challenges in running a B&B, as well as the pleasures. Thursday May 19, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
OC Inn
Karen Morello, owner of the Serendipity Bed and Breakfast on 9th Street. Morello decided to buy a B&B six years ago after being laid off. She spoke of some of the unexpected challenges in running a B&B, as well as the pleasures. Thursday May 19, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
OC Inn
Karen Morello, owner of the Serendipity Bed and Breakfast on 9th Street, sets up the tea room. Morello decided to buy a B&B six years ago after being laid off. She spoke of some of the unexpected challenges in running a B&B, as well as the pleasures. Thursday May 19, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
OC Inn
Karen Morello, owner of the Serendipity Bed and Breakfast on 9th Street. Morello decided to buy a B&B six years ago after being laid off. She spoke of some of the unexpected challenges in running a B&B, as well as the pleasures. Thursday May 19, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
OC Inn
Karen Morello, owner of the Serendipity Bed and Breakfast on 9th Street. Morello decided to buy a B&B six years ago after being laid off. She spoke of some of the unexpected challenges in running a B&B, as well as the pleasures. Thursday May 19, 2011. (Dale Gerhard/Press of Atlantic City)
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